Biology EOC Miscellaneous Questions

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What is the impact of a comet or large meteor on Earth's plant life?

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It could have reduced plant growth worldwide by blocking sunlight.

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What provides support for the endosymbiotic theory?

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DNA analysis.

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What category do mutation and genetic recombination fall under?

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Sources of genetic variation.

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What are the four stages of mitosis in order of occurrence?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

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Where should a typical prokaryote be placed in a table of chromosome numbers?

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Above roundworm.

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Define endosymbiotic theory.

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The theory that certain organelles, like mitochondria and chloroplasts, originated as free-living prokaryotes that were taken up by larger cells.

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What is the role of sunlight in plant growth?

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Sunlight is essential for photosynthesis, which allows plants to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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What is genetic variation?

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Genetic variation refers to the differences in DNA sequences among individuals within a population.

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of phases that a cell goes through to divide and replicate.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells.